Thursday, March 1, 2012

My school does not allow students to use cell phones in the classroom. I don't agree with this policy, but rules are rules. However, assigning homework outside the classroom will allow your kids to learn a new way to use their smartphones, since texting seems to be the only thing they love to do. In June 2011, I did a post explaining QR Codes. With this post, I have put together a large listing which includes lesson ideas, QR apps for smartphones and QR code generators. Best part of all? The resources are free. The ideas are free. And if your school allows cell phones in the classroom, you'll be able to liven up your lessons!5 Unique Uses for QR Codes- from Mashable15 Creative QR Codes- graphic design teachers take note! 40 Interesting Ways to Use QR Codes in the Classroom

Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Under the free resources section of their site, NBC Learn has put together some terrific sites for the sciences. The Science of Hockey offers a ten-part video series which includes math and science topics. Chemistry Now has a long listing of topics, including Cheeseburger Chemistry, Chemistry of Chocolate, Chemistry of Household Cleaners and more. Changing Planet has videos about the survival of trees, infectious diseases, coral reefs and much more. Physics, engineering and math are represented in the videos of The Science of Football, and physics, biology, chemistry and math are found in The Science of the Olympic Games.What a super treasure-trove for science teachers!

Monday, February 27, 2012

If you enjoy reading A Media Specialist's Guide to the Internet, I hope you will take a second to vote for it as "The Most Fascinating Librarian Blog!" Voting is from Febraury 27-March 6. Thank you for your continued support!!